Farhan Zaidi shares insights on why the Giants missed out on top free agents like Harper, Judge, and Ohtani, citing unique reasons for each.
San Francisco: So, Farhan Zaidi recently opened up about why the Giants couldn’t snag some big-name free agents like Bryce Harper, Aaron Judge, and Shohei Ohtani. He doesn’t think it’s a San Francisco issue at all.
Even after missing out on these superstars, Zaidi feels there wasn’t a single reason for the failures. He mentioned this during a chat on “Foul Territory” after being let go from his position.
Zaidi pointed out that each player had their own reasons for not signing. For instance, Harper had some worries about the ballpark, which can be a deal-breaker for position players. Then there’s Judge, who had a strong connection with the Yankees, making it tough to pull him away.
As for Ohtani, he was busy building a house in Southern California, and the Dodgers were doing really well. Zaidi believes these unique circumstances played a big role in the Giants’ struggles.
He also pushed back against the idea that no one wants to play in San Francisco. He highlighted the recent signing of Willy Adames as proof that the Giants can attract talent. Zaidi feels the city and organization are great, and he’s optimistic about their future.
Zaidi also talked about how players often go back and forth on their decisions, just like anyone else. He noted that sometimes they wake up feeling loyal to their current team, while other days they might want a fresh start.
In the end, for Harper, Judge, and Ohtani, the Giants just weren’t the right fit at the time. But Zaidi remains hopeful that the team will continue to attract top players in the future.